Conservation Technician / Naturalist
Back to Job List| Posted | 09/18/2026 |
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| County | Henry |
| Location | Mount Pleasant, Iowa |
| Salary | $48,000 to $52,000 |
| Deadline | 09/29/2026 |
Description
What You'll Do
Natural Resource Management & Operations
- Assist with park maintenance and improvement projects.
- Perform trail maintenance, grounds maintenance, habitat management, forestry activities, and conservation projects.
- Operate and maintain equipment used in conservation and maintenance activities.
- Support habitat restoration and natural resource management initiatives.
- Assist with maintenance of conservation facilities, infrastructure, and recreational areas.
Environmental Education & Interpretation
- Conduct educational programs for schools, community groups, youth organizations, and the public.
- Assist with summer camps, workshops, field trips, and special events.
- Deliver interpretive programs focused on wildlife, habitats, conservation, and outdoor recreation.
- Collaborate with the Environmental Education Program Coordinator on educational programming and outreach.
Educational Wildlife Care
- Provide daily care for educational wildlife ambassadors, including raptors, foxes, snakes, reptiles, and other educational animals.
- Maintain feeding schedules, records, permits, and enclosure cleanliness.
- Assist with educational programs utilizing live animal ambassadors.
- Monitor and support animal health and welfare.
Community Engagement
- Represent Henry County Conservation at community events and public programs.
- Assist with volunteer activities and stewardship projects.
- Promote conservation awareness and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Henry County.
Environmental Education Team
The Conservation Technician/Naturalist and Environmental Education Program Coordinator serve as Henry County Conservation's Environmental Education Team.
Together, they:
- Deliver environmental education programs throughout Henry County.
- Conduct camps, workshops, field trips, and nature hikes.
- Promote conservation awareness and outdoor recreation.
- Utilize educational wildlife ambassadors in programming.
- Build partnerships with schools, community organizations, and volunteers.
- Support educational interpretation at Oakland Mills Nature Center and other conservation properties.
- Advance the mission of Henry County Conservation through collaborative outreach and stewardship initiatives.
Qualifications
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